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Spokesman McCormack (Jan. 6): "I think they’re part of the interested international actors. As you point out, they have a lot of connections throughout the region and some of which are unique in their aspect of their having contacts with Syria and Hamas, as well as with Israel. So certainly we hope that we can engage them in trying to bring about a ceasefire. I know that they have their own proposals. I’m sure the Secretary will want to hear what the foreign minister has to say, and I’m sure that she will also, from her part, try to convey to him where we are in our efforts and seek to gain their support in our efforts." Full Text | | |  | | Deputy Secretary Negroponte Travels to China
(Jan. 6): Deputy Secretary Negroponte will travel to Beijing on January 7 to meet with Chinese officials and attend events in commemoration of the thirtieth anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the United States and the People’s Republic of China. Full Text | More | | |  | | U.S. Calls for Elections in Guinea, Suspends Aid
(Jan. 6): The United States remains concerned about the military coup in Guinea. We reiterate our call for a return to civilian rule and the holding of free, fair and transparent elections as soon as possible. Full Text | | |  | | Dedication Ceremony for New U.S. Embassy in Baghdad
(Jan. 5): U.S. Ambassador Ryan C. Crocker officially dedicated the new American Embassy in Baghdad today in the presence of Iraqi President Jalal Talabani and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State John D. Negroponte. Full Text | View Video | Photos | |
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